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[05/17/23 - 11:22 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, May 17
Updates include: TNT gives early renewal to "The Lazarus Project"; Peacock's "Killing It" books guest stars; and Sarah Glinski named showrunner of Netflix's "Ginny & Georgia."

[05/17/23 - 03:01 PM]
Netflix 2023 Upfront: Building a Forever Business
Netflix also announced the return of some of TV's most popular shows with season renewals of "Ginny & Georgia" (S3 and S4) and "Virgin River" (S6), which come after recent renewals for "The Night Agent" (S2) and "The Diplomat" (S2).

[05/17/23 - 01:17 PM]
Apple's Acclaimed, Hit Dramedy "Physical" to Debut Third and Final Season Wednesday, August 2, 2023
"We are so grateful to Apple, Tomorrow Studios, and all our creative collaborators for the chance to bring Sheila to life in all her gritty glory," said star and executive producer Rose Byrne and creator, writer and executive producer Annie Weisman.

[05/17/23 - 10:15 AM]
ABC's "American Idol" Builds for 2nd Straight Telecast in Total Viewers to Draw Its Biggest Audience This Season
ABC's "American Idol" ranked as Sunday's No. 1 entertainment series among Adults 18-49 (1.1/10).

[05/17/23 - 10:02 AM]
AMC Networks Features the Return of Fan Favorite Characters Maggie and Negan with New Series "The Walking Dead: Dead City" and Mid-Season Finale of "Fear the Walking Dead" This June
Other highlights include the series finale of "Happy Valley"; the premieres of "Cannes Confidential" and "Clean Sweep"; as well as the launch of "True Crime Story: Look Into My Eyes."

[05/17/23 - 10:01 AM]
"Amy Schumer: Emergency Contact" Will Premiere Globally on Netflix June 13th
In Amy Schumer's newest comedy special, she delivers another hilariously relatable and uncensored commentary about her life.

[05/17/23 - 09:20 AM]
"The Proof Is Out There" Hosted by Tony Harris Returns June 9 on the History Channel
The non-fiction series takes an in-depth look at some of the most incredible and thought-provoking videos of unexplained phenomena and mysterious must-see moments.

[05/17/23 - 09:04 AM]
MGM+ Picks Up Arthurian Legend "The Winter King," Based on Bernard Cornwell's "Warlord Chronicles"
Produced by Sony Pictures Television-owned Bad Wolf, filming took place in Wales and the West Country, and the global series premiere is scheduled for August 20.

[05/17/23 - 08:23 AM]
CNN Teases 2024 Original Programming at Warner Bros. Discovery Upfront Presentation
The three new series include "Columbia: The Final Flight" (w/t), "Tinderbox: Great Moments in Pop Culture" (w/t), and "Spy Wars" (w/t).

[05/17/23 - 08:22 AM]
"Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom," Returns to Broadcast on CNN & OWN in First Time Dual Simulcast
The anticipated event, which debuted last year, returns with CNN as a broadcast partner and the iconic Greek Theatre - one of the nation's most beloved outdoor entertainment venues - as the backdrop for an immersive musical and cultural experience.

[05/17/23 - 08:18 AM]
What's on Max: Launch Through June 2023
Max will launch with brand new originals "SmartLess: On the Road," "How to Create a Sex Scandal," "What Am I Eating? With Zooey Deschanel," "Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai," "Clone High," and documentary "Bama Rush," plus blockbuster hit "Shazam! Fury of the Gods."

[05/17/23 - 08:17 AM]
Season Two of "And Just Like That..." Debuts June 22 on Max
The 11-episode second season will debut with two episodes and the following nine episodes will premiere weekly on Thursdays.

[05/17/23 - 08:14 AM]
Max Original Docuseries "Downey's Dream Cars" Debuts June 22
Robert Downey Jr. loves restoring classic cars. But he's also become dedicated to fighting climate change. So he's bringing his beloved old cars into the future, making them faster, more powerful, and more efficient while keeping their souls intact.

[05/17/23 - 08:11 AM]
Max Orders Conan O'Brien Travel Series "Conan O'Brien Must Go"
The four-episode series is currently in production and will feature O'Brien visiting new friends he's met through his podcast, "Conan O'Brien Needs a Fan," where he dives deep with listeners from across the country and the world.

[05/17/23 - 08:05 AM]
Food Network's Schedule Packs Star Power and Seasonality - Selena Gomez and The Elf on the Shelf Among Headliners of New Programming
Fresh off her hit Emmy-nominated HBO Max series, "Selena + Chef," Selena joins Food Network later this year with a new celebration-focused series just in time for the holidays.

[05/17/23 - 08:05 AM]
Nail-Biting Crime Thriller "Clean Sweep" Debuts with a Two-Episode Premiere on Thursday, June 22 on Sundance Now and AMC+
Starring Charlene McKenna, the suspenseful Irish series is told from the point-of-view of the killer who is also, unusually, a self-sacrificing mother and wife.

[05/17/23 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "Panhandle" - Official Trailer - The Roku Channel
A brilliant detective. A dedicated cop. They couldn't like each other less... or need each other more.

[05/17/23 - 08:01 AM]
Video: "The Surrogacy" - Official Trailer - Netflix
When a woman of humble origins is coerced into surrogacy, she becomes entangled with an affluent family who will protect their reputation at all costs.

[05/17/23 - 07:45 AM]
OWN's Hit "Love & Marriage" Franchise Heads to Detroit Summer 2023
The third city to join the "Love & Marriage" series franchise following "Huntsville" and "Washington D.C.," "Love & Marriage: Detroit" is set to bow June 24.

[05/17/23 - 07:44 AM]
TBS Re-Imagines Reality Hoax Series, "The Joe Schmo Show"
Hosted by Cat Deeley, this show within a show takes aim at the absurdity of reality TV by making a regular guy believe he is competing on a reality show, when he is in fact, surrounded by a cast of highly skilled improv comedians.

[05/17/23 - 07:43 AM]
TNT Launches a Second Night of Wrestling with "AEW: Collision" Featuring Headliners Thunder Rosa, Miro, Samoa Joe, Powerhouse Hobbs and Andrade El Idolo on Saturday, June 17
AEW has reached 23 million total viewers so far this year across all of its shows on TBS and TNT.

[05/17/23 - 07:42 AM]
Michael Bay Signs TV Deal with Leading True Crime Network, Investigation Discovery - New True Crime Docuseries Set to Debut in 2024
The series will expose a terrifying, yet little known, true crime story and is set to premiere in 2024.

[05/17/23 - 07:41 AM]
Jason Momoa Joins Discovery Channel's Shark Week as Master of Ceremonies This Summer
Over the course of Shark Week, Momoa will set up the jaw dropping events, epic journeys, first-time revelations, and groundbreaking scientific findings that make up the summer spectacle.

[05/17/23 - 07:00 AM]
"Miraculous: Ladybug & Cat Noir, The Movie" Joins a Fun-Filled Slate of New Kids & Family Films and Series on Netflix This Summer
New and returning favorites for kids include "LEGO Ninjago: Dragons Rising" (June 1), and "Sonic Prime" (July 13), along with "Gabby's Dollhouse" (August 7), and "Not Quite Narwhal" (June 19) for preschoolers.

[05/17/23 - 06:52 AM]
Season 2 of "Back to 15" Comes to Netflix July 5
Inspired by the book of the same name by writer Bruna Vieira, in its second season, "Back to 15" brings even more 2000s nostalgia - fun, craziness, and of course, the dramas of adult and teenage life.

[05/17/23 - 06:01 AM]
Video: "Through My Window: Across the Sea" - Official Trailer - Netflix
After a year of long-distance, Raquel and Ares reunite on a steamy beach trip. Faced with fresh flirtations and insecurities, will their love prevail?

[05/16/23 - 11:47 PM]
Development Update: Tuesday, May 16
Updates include: ABC still mulling the futures of "Home Economics," "The Rookie: Feds"; J.D. Pardo to make directorial debut on FX's "Mayans MC"; and Max's "The Penguin" disrupted by WGA-organized picketers.

[05/16/23 - 05:15 PM]
Video: "Five Nights at Freddy's" - Official Teaser
It's time to clock in. In theaters and streaming on Peacock October 27.

[05/16/23 - 04:01 PM]
Marvel Studios Announces New Premiere Dates for "Loki" and "Echo"
"Loki" returns for its second season on October 6 while newcomer "Echo" drops November 29 on Disney+.

[05/16/23 - 02:38 PM]
In Celebration of the Upcoming Theatrical Release of "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," The "Indiana Jones" Collection of Movies and TV Series Swing Onto Disney+ on May 31
Fans can stream "Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark," "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom," "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade," "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull," and the television series "The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones."

[05/16/23 - 02:32 PM]
Hulu Extends Multi-Season Deal of "The Kardashians"
Hulu today announced the renewal of "The Kardashians" for 20 additional episodes.

[05/16/23 - 01:34 PM]
Pat McAfee Expands His Multiplatform ESPN Role as "The Pat McAfee Show" Moves to ESPN This Fall
The program will air live weekdays on ESPN, the ESPN YouTube Channel, the ESPN App and ESPN+.

[05/16/23 - 01:29 PM]
ESPN Announces Upcoming Series "In the Arena: Serena Williams"
Following the success of the Emmy-winning "Man in the Arena: Tom Brady," Serena's expansion of the franchise will be a multi-part series that provides the most complete, intimate, and compelling account of her legendary career, featuring firsthand perspective from Serena and key figures throughout her life.

[05/16/23 - 01:21 PM]
"The Voice" Announces Superstar Lineup for Season 23 Finale
CeeLo Green, Diplo & Lily Rose, Maroon 5 and Toosii will take the stage during the two-hour live season finale on Tuesday, May 23.

[05/16/23 - 12:15 PM]
ABC News' "Nightline" Ranks No. 1 in Total Viewers and Adults 25-54
Season to date, "Nightline" is growing compared to the same point last season in Total Viewers (+4% - 905,000 vs. 872,000).

[05/16/23 - 11:35 AM]
Netflix Top 10 Week of May 8: "The Mother" Has Netflix's Biggest Opening Weekend for a Film in 2023; "Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story" Continues Its Reign
"Firefly Lane" (31.9M hours viewed) and Seasons 1 and 2 of "Sweet Tooth" (11.01M hours viewed and 27.61M hours viewed), "The Night Agent" (20.34M hours viewed), and "The Diplomat" (18.37M hours viewed) returned to the list.

[05/16/23 - 11:00 AM]
HBO Original Comedy Special "Sarah Silverman: Someone You Love" Debuts May 27
Filmed at The Wilbur Theater in Boston, the special features the New England native showcasing her fearless chutzpah.

[05/16/23 - 11:00 AM]
Paramount+ Original Soccer Documentary Series "Destination: European Nights" to Premiere Exclusively on June 6
The first four episodes will premiere on Tuesday, June 6, with the final fifth episode premiering in the weeks following the UEFA Champions League Final on Saturday, June 10, airing on the CBS Television Network and streaming live on Paramount+.

[05/16/23 - 11:00 AM]
ABC, No. 1 in Entertainment for Fourth Consecutive Season, Announces 2023-2024 Fall Primetime Schedule Featuring Strong Slate of Fan-Favorite Programming With Originals Debuting Every Night
Timing for previously announced renewals and pickups, including "9-1-1," "Abbott Elementary," "American Idol," "The Bachelor," "The Conners," "The Good Doctor," "Grey's Anatomy," "High Potential," "Not Dead Yet," "The Rookie," "Station 19," and "Will Trent" will be announced at a later date.

[05/16/23 - 10:03 AM]
Oxygen's "Real Murders of Orange County" Returns for Its Third Season on May 30th at 9 PM ET/PT
The series premieres following the "Real Murders of Atlanta" as it concludes the first half of its second season.

[05/16/23 - 10:01 AM]
First Look Images Revealed for Sky and AMC Original "Mary & George" Starring Julianne Moore and Nicholas Galitzine
"Mary & George"?is inspired by the unbelievable true story of Mary Villiers, who moulded her beautiful and charismatic son, George, to seduce King James VI of Scotland and I of England and become his all-powerful lover.

[05/16/23 - 09:10 AM]
Focus Features' "A Thousand and One" Streams Exclusively on Peacock May 19
With a breakthrough performance for Teyana Taylor starring alongside Will Catlett, Josiah Cross, Aven Courtney and Aaron Kingsley Adetola, the film follows unapologetic and free-spirited Inez, who kidnaps her six-year-old son Terry from the foster care system.

[05/16/23 - 09:09 AM]
Warner Bros. Discovery Sports to Exclusively Present 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs Eastern Conference Final - Florida Panthers vs. Carolina Hurricanes
On the call for the Eastern Conference Final will be Kenny Albert, along with commentary from Eddie Olczyk and Keith Jones, and reporting from Jackie Redmond.

[05/16/23 - 09:02 AM]
Sparks Fly This Summer, as Prime Video's "The Lake" Returns with a Whirlwind of Heart and Humor Starting June 9
Justin (Jordan Gavaris), Maisy-May (Julia Stiles), and Billie (Madison Shamoun) are joined for the summer by Maisy-May's mom, Mimsy (Lauren Holly), whose presence adds even more drama to the mixed-family dynamic.

[05/16/23 - 09:01 AM]
Prime Video Inks Multiyear Deal with the Professional Pickleball Association
Coverage on Prime Video starts Thursday, May 18, with the Acrytech Atlanta Open presented by Vizzy from Life Time in Peachtree Corners, Georgia.

[05/16/23 - 09:00 AM]
Screen Actors Guild Awards Sets Date for 2024
The two-hour ceremony will be streamed live on Netflix at 8 p.m. (ET) / 5 p.m. (PT) from the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall on Saturday, February 24, 2024.

[05/16/23 - 08:45 AM]
ESPN Platforms to Provide More NBA Draft Coverage Than Ever
On Thursday, June 22, the 2023 NBA Draft Presented by State Farm will be available across ABC, ESPN, ESPN Radio and ESPN digital platforms, starting at 8 p.m. ET.

[05/16/23 - 08:20 AM]
ESPN Unveils Marquee Matchups for 2023 College Football Season Showcasing Six of ESPN.com's Way-Too-Early Top 25
The Labor Day Sunday night showdown (September 3) on ABC is the Camping World Kickoff in Orlando, as LSU and Florida State battle in Week 1.

[05/16/23 - 08:09 AM]
Video: Paramount+ Reveals Official Trailer for "Joe Pickett" Season 2
In season two, Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett (Michael Dorman) discovers a hunter murdered in the mountains and realizes this is just one of a series of gruesome murders.

[05/16/23 - 08:01 AM]
Onyx Collective and Channel 4 Announce Straight-to-Series Pickup of "Queenie"
Queenie Jenkins is a 25-year-old Jamaican British woman living in south London, straddling two cultures and slotting neatly into neither.







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[06/04/26 - 01:15 PM]
Starz Greenlights "Power: Legacy" with Joseph Sikora and Michael Rainey, Jr. Reprising Their Iconic Roles
"Power: Legacy" sees the return of Tommy Egan to New York, where he partners with Tariq St. Patrick to take the city by storm.

[06/04/26 - 01:04 PM]
ESPN Presents Comprehensive UFL Postseason Coverage, Culminating with the 2026 United Bowl on ABC & ESPN Deportes
The UFL playoffs begin Sunday, June 7, on ABC at 3 p.m. as the defending UFL champion DC Defenders take on the Orlando Storm in the Storms' inaugural UFL season, as both teams look to punch their championship ticket.

[06/04/26 - 12:04 PM]
Discovery Channel June Programming Highlights
This June, look for all-new seasons of "Expedition Unknown," "In the Eye of the Storm," and "Contraband: Seized at the Border."

[06/04/26 - 11:01 AM]
FX's "The Marriage Plot" Limited Series Ordered for FX and Hulu
Sadie Sink is attached to star and executive produce the project, which will be adapted from the acclaimed novel by Jeffrey Eugenides.

[06/04/26 - 10:09 AM]
Patricia Heaton to Star in and Executive Produce MPI Original Films' New Legal Drama Pilot "Public Interest"
Set inside a nonprofit public interest law firm in Washington, D.C., "Public Interest" follows Ingrid Erickson, an attorney unexpectedly thrust into the firm's top leadership role after its longtime president suffers a sudden heart attack, and her unconventional team as they fight for everyday people facing impossible odds.

[06/04/26 - 10:01 AM]
Star-Studded Line-Up of Performers and Presenters Revealed for the "79th Annual Tony Awards" Live Sunday, June 7 on CBS
Rachel Zegler, who will return to Broadway next Spring, will deliver a special tribute to "A Chorus Line," which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary.

[06/04/26 - 09:40 AM]
Joshua Jackson Joins "Your Friends & Neighbors" Season 3
He's no stranger to a tight-knit neighborhood.

[06/04/26 - 09:31 AM]
"Paul Simon: The Quiet Celebration Concert" Premieres in the U.S. on Disney+ and Hulu June 26
The nearly two-hour live concert film was recorded during the legendary singer-songwriter's "A Quiet Celebration Tour."

[06/04/26 - 09:01 AM]
NBC to Air "Alan Jackson: The Last Show"
Filmed before a sold-out crowd at Nashville's Nissan Stadium, the special will capture a once-in-a-generation farewell from one of country music's most beloved and influential artists.

[06/04/26 - 09:01 AM]
Ms. Lauryn Hill to Receive the Living Legend Icon Award at the "BET Awards" 2026 Sponsored by Sprite
Culture's Biggest Night will broadcast live on Sunday, June 28 at 8 PM ET/PT, from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, with Druski as host.

[06/04/26 - 09:00 AM]
Prime Video Releases First-Look Images and Premiere Date for Season Two of "Batman: Caped Crusader"
The highly anticipated returning animated noir series from DC Studios, Warner Bros. Animation, Bad Robot Productions, and 6th & Idaho will premiere all 10 episodes on Friday, July 31.

[06/04/26 - 08:31 AM]
Peacock Orders "The Break-In," New Mystery Series from Carnival Films and Writer Megan Gallagher
In the aftermath of a devastating home invasion, Alice Rathbone refuses to accept that the tragic event was simply random.

[06/04/26 - 08:05 AM]
Food Network Fires Up July with Four All-New Series, One Brand New Tournament and a Fan-Favorite Return
The BBQ charcoals will be glowing, engines will be revving, and the drama will be scorching this July on Food Network where new and returning series will combine for the network's hottest summer yet.

[06/04/26 - 08:01 AM]
Netflix's "Devil May Cry" Renewed for Third and Final Season!
Across two seasons, "Devil May Cry" has appeared on the Netflix Global Top 10 for four weeks with season 1 accumulating 21.7M views in 2025 and season 2 already accumulating 6.4M views in just two weeks.

[06/04/26 - 07:30 AM]
Tubi Announces Multi-Project Slate with Kevin "KevOnStage" Fredericks
Tubi is deepening the collaboration across formats and genres, spanning two new seasons of "Safe Space," a new scripted workplace comedy as well as his first stand-up special and original feature films on the platform.